Tag Archives: Drinking Water

24-Inch Water Pipe Burst Closes Dallas Street

A water main break in Dallas released enough water to stop traffic and close one street for at least a day. The 24-inch water pipeline burst on Beckley Avenue, under the Commerce Street Bridge. “The possibilities of the failure could … Continue reading

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Leaks and corrosion: Water main pipes being replaced in metro-east

BELLEVILLE — Illinois American Water Co. is investing $1.2 million to replace water main piping in parts of Belleville, East St. Louis, Granite City and Venice. The original piping is rife with leaks, corrosion and longterm sediment accretion, according Grant Evitts, … Continue reading

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EPA: US needs $300B in sewer, water work

A federal study shows municipalities nationwide need more than $300 billion worth of essential upgrades to long overlooked water and sewer systems over the next 20 years. The need is acute in Northeastern states with older systems like New York, … Continue reading

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